Prudential Risk

Capital Adequacy

MAS Proposes Prudential Rules for Use of Permissionless Blockchains

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/04/2026

The regulator is consulting on a risk-sensitive approach that would allow certain permissionless cryptoassets to qualify for less punitive capital treatment.

Market Risk

RBI Asks State Refiners to Curb Dollar Buying to Support Rupee

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/04/2026

The central bank has revived crisis-era measures, directing oil firms to use a special credit line to ease pressure on the currency.

Cybersecurity

Australian Super Funds Detail Four-Pillar Cyber Defence Plan

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/04/2026

The AFSA has detailed its response to 2025 cyber attacks, including a threat intelligence platform, a response playbook, and sector-wide exercises.

Payments & Settlements

BSP Details Sweeping Reforms for Peso RTGS Payment System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/04/2026

The BSP is overhauling its RTGS system, introducing stricter rules for participants, extending operating hours, and bolstering cross–border links.

Operational Risk

BIS Paper Outlines Key Approaches for Bank Cyber Stress Tests

By Manesh Samtani | 19/04/2026

New FSI Brief details two distinct approaches for supervisors designing and implementing cyber resilience stress testing exercises for banks.

Credit Risk

Taiwan Proposes to Allow Foreign Bonds as Loan Collateral

By Mark Johnston | 19/04/2026

The FSC proposes to allow investment-grade foreign bonds as collateral for securities-based loans, aiming to improve investor liquidity and expand brokerage services.

CBDCs

BOK Nominee’s Confirmation Stalls, Overshadowing Policy Vision

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/04/2026

Shin Hyun-song’s appointment is in doubt after his confirmation hearing was delayed, prompting concerns about a potential leadership vacuum at BOK.

Credit Risk

ISLA Expands Jurisdictional Scope, Coverage of GMSLA Netting Opinions

By Editors | 18/04/2026

ISLA has updated its legal opinions, providing legal certainty for netting and expanding scope to new jurisdictions and digital assets.

Credit Risk

Philippines Central Bank Offers Regulatory Relief Amid Energy Crisis

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 17/04/2026

The BSP is allowing banks to grant loan grace periods and temporarily suspend some fees in response to rising energy prices.